The Property Couch
Australia’s top property podcast for everyday investors who want real results, not hype.
Hosted by Bryce Holdaway and Ben Kingsley (two best-selling authors and trusted experts with 25+ years of investing experience each) we break down property, finance, and money management into simple, practical strategies.
Backed by data and brought to life with real stories (and a good dose of banter), The Property Couch helps you cut through the noise and make smarter decisions.
Delighting listeners since 2015, it’s your weekly dose of clarity in a world full of property spruikers!
W: https://thepropertycouch.com.au/
Episodes
751 episodes
560 | Mid-Year Property Market Outlook 2025: Trends & Forecasts
With rate cuts back on the table, speculation heating up, and Darwin, Perth and Brisbane leading the charge, the mid-year property story looks very different to what many expected back in February... 🚀 That’s why we’re back with one...
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TPC Gold | Using Parental Guarantees to Buy a Home
Getting into the property market is tough, especially when it comes to saving that all-important deposit. Is there a way parents can help without handing over cash?
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559 | What Do US & China’s Tariffs Mean for Aussie Property Investors?
As Bryce says in this week’s Mindset Minute... “When you make big life decisions, don’t just listen to people closest to you; listen to those closest to your goals.” That’s why, in Ep 559, we’re sitting d...
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(LIVE) RBA Aug 2025 | 25 vs 50 Basis Points Cut
The RBA has just made its latest move — but was it a small trim or a bigger-than-expected cut? 💡 Thinking about refinancing or adjusting your loan strategy?
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From Wall Street to Your Street: August Economic Insights
As the Reserve Bank prepares to deliver its latest cash rate decision this afternoon, this pre-RBA update unpacks where the economy really stands right now. Make sure to also ...
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558 | Sexy vs Practical: Your Future Deserves More Than a Back-of-Napkin Plan
Ever walked past a movie set that looks like a real building, but behind the front door? Just scaffolding. No rooms, no structure… just a façade. In Ep 558, we’re unpacking why so many property “strategies” are exactly like that: s...
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TPC Gold | Should I Rentvest or Buy My Own Home?
You’ve saved your deposit, you’re ready to step onto the property ladder… but here comes the big question: should you buy your own home or rentvest? <...
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557 | 8 Cheap Cashflow Properties in 18 Months, and Still No Passive Income? A Silver Bullet Case Study
They just wanted $104K in passive income. A comfortable retirement. A helping hand for the kids. Instead? They ended up with a silver bullet strategy: eight regional properties, over $1.1 million in debt, cons...
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TPC Gold | How to Manage Your Property Portfolio Like a Pro
When it comes to building your property portfolio, buying the right asset is only half the battle. Managing it like a pro is what sets successful investors apart. In this bonus episode, Ben covers
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556 | The Fight Club of Property Investing: The Hidden Land Tax Rules Costing Investors Thousands - Chat with Vishal Sharma
Let’s be honest... no one gets excited about land tax or transfer duty. 🫣 But these are the hidden costs that can devastatingly derail your well-planned financial freedom, espe...
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TPC Gold | Is Cognitive Load Holding You Back?
Ever feel overwhelmed by all the decisions you need to make… especially when it comes to money and property? You're not alone, and there's a good ...
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555 | The $33B Truth About Property Investors – Chat with Phil Tarrant
What happens when you put three of the biggest (or loudest 😉) voices in property investing into one room? You get an unfiltered, deep-dive conversation about the truth behind Australia's housing crisis, the myths surrounding propert...
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TPC Gold | Breaking Barriers: A Journey to Homeownership
When you’re the first in your family or community to walk a new path… it can be daunting, overwhelming, and downright scary. In this bonus snippet, we sit down ...
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554 | 1 in 3.2 Million Odds: Would You Bet Your Family’s Future on That?
In this week’s episode, we’re going back to our roots: protecting everyday Aussies from the hype that can derail their financial future. 💸🌱🚨 Off the back of a powerful team session with over 300 years of combined investing...
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(LIVE) RBA July 2025 | Will Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill Affect Our Rate Path?
In a move that surprised many, the Reserve Bank held interest rates steady this month—choosing to wait and watch, despite growing expectations of another cut. So, what’s driving this decision and what does it mean for y...
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1:21:10
553 | The Anti-Spruiker Playbook: What Buffett, Dalio & 3 Other Greats Can Teach Property Investors
5 legendary investors. 1 timeless lesson: play the long game. Feeling overwhelmed by hot tips, market noise or get-rich-quick strategies? This week, we’re pressing pause on the hype and learning from the best: ...
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TPC Gold | What You Need to Know About Mould in Homes
Most Australians don’t realise their home could be harming their health—until it’s too late. In this bonus episode, Bryce chats with building biologist Raphael Siket and Amelia Lee from Undercover Architect about
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552 | How to Talk to Agents (Without Losing Your Leverage When Negotiating)
Most buyers think negotiation is about being the loudest in the room... But the truth? The best negotiators are calm, strategic, and silent at the right time. Especially with the rising tide...
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1:08:06
TPC Gold | Buying Off the Plan? What to Know Before You Sign
Buying off the plan can seem like an exciting—and convenient—way to secure your next investment property… but is it as safe as it sounds? In ...
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551 | What Elephants Can Teach You About Property Growth
Charlie Munger once said that reading widely is the key to wisdom, and in this episode, we’re channelling that spirit. 📚 What do elephants, electricity grids, and economic growth have in common? 🐘⚡ They’re all go...
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57:47
TPC Gold | Can I Use One Property to Fund Two More?
Got equity in one property and wondering if you can use it to buy two more? You're not alone! In this bonus snippet, Bryce ...
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550 | How to Stack the Pain (and Why It Works): A Behavioural Guide to Better Money Habits (LIVE Q&A from Bali)
Folks, this week we’re reporting LIVE from…BALI?! 🎉 That’s right! We travelled to Indonesia with some amazing TPC community members to support the John Fawcett Foundation, where we witnessed firsthand the life-changing impact of the...
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1:14:59
TPC Gold | Is Lifestyle Creep Holding You Back?
In this bonus snippet, Bryce and Ben unpack one of the most common (and quietest) traps that can sabotage your financial freedom: lifestyle creep.
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549 | The Insider’s 6-Step Checklist for Choosing the Right Buyer’s Agent
Last week in Episode 548, we unpacked the hidden advantages of using a buyer’s agent — from accessing off-market purchases to negotiating like a pro. But thi...
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TPC Gold | You’re Rentvesting... But Have You Set It Up Right?
More and more Aussies are turning to rentvesting—renting where they want to live while investing where they can afford. But while rentvesting is a smart strategy for many, there’s a crucial piece of the puzzle most investors overloo...
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